Director, HR

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

Designs, implements and monitors a variety of human resource programs | Anticipates and plans for long-term human resource needs and trends in partnership with business management | Responsibilities are within the Human Resources Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Provides leadership to managers and may also have professional staff.
• Must have at least one manager level direct report
• Is accountable for the performance and results of multiple related teams
• Develops departmental plans, including business, production and/or organizational priorities
• Decisions are guided by resource availability and organizational objectives
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Plans and oversees human resources functional operations, including talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, training, employee relations, safety, and compliance.
• Administers human resources programs and policies to reflect the organization's mission and values, support company goals, achieve objectives, and positively engage the workforce.
• Maintains broad and current subject matter knowledge and expertise in federal and state employment laws to advise leadership with solutions for human resources issues and evolving organizational needs.
• Leads and directs the work of other managers and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 8-10 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Human Resources, Business or related degree preferred
• Additional certifications: SHRM-SCP or SPHR preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Leadership skills. Compensation & Benefits. Employee Data Management. Employee Engagement. Employee Relations. Full-Cycle Recruiting. HR Policy Administration. HR Regulatory Environment & Compliance. Onboarding. Organizational Change Management. Performance Management. Programs Training. Program Development. Talent Assessment. HR Policy Development. HR Risk Management. Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS).

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel likely.

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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.